HMS Investigator was a Royal Navy ship built in 1861 primarily for surveying purposes. The ship was known for its participation in the search for the lost expedition of Sir John Franklin. It was equipped with advanced surveying instruments and was involved in various mapping expeditions in the Arctic and Pacific regions. The ship had a steam engine and sails, allowing for both steam and wind propulsion. HMS Investigator played a key role in exploring and charting the waters of the Arctic and Pacific Oceans, contributing to the understanding of these regions. The ship was eventually decommissioned in 1876 after serving the Royal Navy for over a decade. The legacy of HMS Investigator lives on through its contributions to maritime exploration and surveying during the 19th century.

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